Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Alzheimer’s Disease: Piecing Together the Evidence
5.7 million Americans live with Alzheimer's disease. With limited funding for research, where should scientists focus? Young scientists learn about current research and create their own questions. They then decide the best areas to focus...
Curated OER
The Role of Amyloid in Alzheimer's Disease
Students explore amyloid proteins through a series of experiments. In this biology lesson, students explain the causes of Alzheimer's disease. They identify common symptoms related to this condition.
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Innovations in Elder Care
Students describe the symptoms and suspected causes of Alzheimer's disease or cancer. They describe current research projects seeking to learn more about or find treatments for either Alzheimer's disease or cancer. Students compare...
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Coping With Alzheimer's
Students examine the coping skills that are necessary when dealing a loved who has Alzheimer's disease. They write using emotionally charged descriptive words after watching an associated video.
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Understanding Alzheimer's Disease
Students examine what experts have discovered so far about Alzheimer's. They explore how the brain works, and how it changes as we age. They discover things they should do - or not do - to keep their brains healthy.
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Dementia
In this health worksheet, students find the words that are associated with dementia and the answers are found at the bottom of the page.
University of Washington
University of Washington: Alzheimer's Disease
Designed for high school students, this site has a lot of interesting information about Alzheimer's disease. Definitions, symptoms etc. Also a short story about President Ronald Reagan.
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory: Alzheimer Disease
All the basic information you need about Alzheimer Disease can be found at this great interactive, multimedia website. Topics like: causes, inheritance, treatment, testing, and diagnosis are all covered. There is also a great section...
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Alzheimer's Association
This site allows you to research information about people with alzheimers, and family and friends of people with alzheimers. You can also read about what physicians and health care professionals do to treat the disease along with current...
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: The Brain: Teaching Modules
A collection of 32 video learning modules on everything to do with the brain.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Nervous System Disorders
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This online lesson helps students identify nervous system disorders.
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic: Alzheimer's Disease
This site provides a detailed overview of Alzheimer's Disease. Content explores signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, screening and diagnosis, treatment options, and much more.
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International Health News Database: Vitamin B12
At this website, there are several summaries of medical studies and clinical trials on vitamin B12 and its role in preventing and treating various health conditions. Read about vitamin B12's role in fighting such conditions as...
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Story md.com: Early Onset Alzheimer's Disease
Early-onset Alzheimer's disease is a form of Alzheimer disease (AD) that develops before the age of 65. This form represents less than 10 percent of all people with Alzheimer's. This article discusses risk factors, genetics, diagnosis,...
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Story md.com: Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia among older people. Discover the symptoms, treatments, and latest Alzheimer's research.
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Alzheimer's Society of Canada
Welcome page for the Alzheimer's Society of Canada. Select the English or French version to enter and learn more about the disease from this reliable, thorough resource.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Science Ambassador Fellowship: Lesson Plans
This site gives many lesson plans for teaching middle and high school students about current and relevant science topics like autism, ADHD, Diabetes, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, birth defects, genetics, and more. The lessons are based on...
BBC
Bbc: Week of 7 14 14: One in Three Alzheimer's Cases Preventable, Says Research
Find out the major risk factors for developing this disease as you age, and how to decrease your risk.
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Washington Univ.: Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
Comprehensive site with general information about Alzheimer's disease. Provides updates on conferences and events, links to current research or related sites, and more.
Kids' Wings
Texas Bluebonnet Books: "The Graduation of Jake Moon"
This website contains many features enrichment activities and links to enhance reading "The Graduation of Jake Moon" by Barbara Park.
National Institutes of Health
Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center
Outstanding source of information on Alzheimer's Disease from the United States government. Has links to other resources on this topic.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What Is Alzheimer's Disease?
Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, affecting over 40 million people worldwide. And though it was discovered over a century ago, scientists are still grappling for a cure. This lesson describes how Alzheimer's...
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Alzheimer's Disease International
This organization acts as an umbrella for Alzheimer associations around the world. This organization also offers support and information to people with dementia and their caregivers.
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Alzheimer's Research Foundation
This is a privately funded organization that offers current news regarding the disease. Research information and frequently asked questions can be found at this resource.